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Säule 3a
Pillar 3a (Restricted Pension)
Simple Definition
The tax-advantaged "restricted" private pension pillar. Contributions are tax-deductible up to a limit (CHF 7,258 for 2025).
Why this matters to Expats.
The most important tax deduction for expats. You should almost always max this out before investing elsewhere.
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